Banfield vs San Lorenzo Match Preview
Banfield is struggling to remain competitive both in the Libertadores and the local tournament, but team's players are starting to resent their constant effort, for Julio Cesar Falcioni does not have many alternatives in its squad to give its star a much needed rest. This time, without Marcelo Quinteros, the Taladro will be lacking its engine on the midfield, so James Rodriguez will have to step behind to provide its team more control on the midfield. Ruben Ramirez, Sergio Barraza and Marcelo Bustamante are still recovering from their injuries, and it is yet unknown whether Julio Marchant or Emanuel Pio will take Quinteros' place. Eight points away from the top, upon a defeat the Taladro might lose its shot for a second consecutive title.
Another defeat has forced Diego Simeone to give in to its dream of taking the Cuervos to the top, leaving its place to Sebastian Mendez "I'm here to give San Lorenzo a helping hand, this is a great challenge and a great opportunity for me" he declared after assuming team's leadership three days ago. This inexperienced coach will have to lead a wounded team to succeed, for San Lorenzo has not claimed victory in the last four weeks, and the unease of the 17th position is worrying team's followers and players. Having scored only seven goals in the tournament, the team is lacking an engine in the midfield to create opportunities for Bernando Romeo to take advantage of.
